Rainbow Mountain - Full Day

DAY 1

The adventure begins at 4:30 am with a pickup from your hotel. From there, we drive to the picturesque town of Chirihuani, south of Cusco, where we stop to grab some food and drink for the trip. After this short stop, we wind through the mysterious snow-capped Andeas, passing llamas, alpaca, sheep, and vicuñas as we make our way through the valleys. At approximately 7:30 am, we will stop for a delicious Andean breakfast prepared by our chef.

Returning to our bus, we will continue on to Fula Wasi, the start of our hike. From there, it is approximately 1.5 hours on foot through the Red Valley. As we walk, the path will gradually change in color and in views, until finally we arrive at a height of 5,200 meters and Vinicunca, or Rainbow Mountain.

After some time for photos and snacks, we will return to Chirihuani, where a short bus ride will take us to a delicious lunch buffet. Well fed, we should return to Cusco at approximately 17:00.

Note: horse rental is an option for additional fee

INCLUDED

• Transportation: Cusco → Chirihuani → Cusco

• Breakfast and lunch

• Entrance ticket to Rainbow Mountain

• Professional bilingual guide (Spanish or English)

• First aid kit, including oxygen and medication for altitude sickness

NOT INCLUDED

• Drinks (bring water!)

• Spending money

• Tip

WHAT TO bring

• Lightweight backpack

• Change of clothes (be prepared for a wide range of temperatures)

• Raing gear (jacket and pants preferred; ponchos can be purchased in Cusco for $1)

• Waterproof trekking boots

• Warm clothing, including jacket, fleece, gloves, scarf, and hat

• Camera

• Sun protection (sunscreen and hat)

• Toilet paper

• Snacks

• Non-disposable Canteen (e.g., Nalgene) and water for the morning

• We suggest you bring tablets to sterilize water in case you collect it from the strems

• Your own personal first aid kit

• Cash (enough for snacks and souvenirs)

• Binoculars (optional)